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    Sweet Piecrust

    Sweet Piecrust

    MAKES: Enough for an 8- to 10-inch single-crust pie TIME: 20 minutes, plus time to rest I’ve used this recipe and technique for years and always been pleased with the results. The crust is flaky and flavorful, and it holds its own no matter what the filling....
    Sweet Crumble Topping

    Sweet Crumble Topping

    MAKES: About 2 cups TIME: 10 minutes Essentially a streusel, this topping is like a delicate and crumbled nut cookie. It’s lovely on any crisp, as well as sprinkled on quick breads, muffins, or tarts and pies before baking. Use the whole wheat flour for a more...
    Sugar Syrup

    Sugar Syrup

    MAKES: 2 cups TIME: 10 minutes Also called simple syrup, this is perfect for adding sweetness to something without worrying about the sugar dissolving. It comes in handy when making sorbets, granitas, and iced drinks, including tea, coffee, and cocktails. Make this...
    Saffron Olive Oil Cookies

    Saffron Olive Oil Cookies

    MAKES: About 3 dozen cookies TIME: 40 minutes Another not-too-sweet cookie (perfect for glazing), only this time a hint of saffron gives the cookies a gorgeous gold color, and their cakey texture will remind you of an elegant vanilla wafer. The olive oil is a...
    Ricotta Cheesecake

    Ricotta Cheesecake

    MAKES: About 12 servings TIME: 11/2 hours, plus time to chill If you’ve never made cheesecake with anything but cream cheese, try this. Ricotta makes a creamy, moist, and light cheesecake that’s delicious but is much lower in saturated fat (especially if...